Category: Europe

Rugged mountains, lush plains, irregular coastlines marred by bays and fjords, and oh-so-blue seas, Europe beckons travellers from all over the world, its vibrant cities and quaint villages softening the edges of its controversial history. Lose yourself in charming towns, swim in cool blue oceans, eat and drink to your heart’s content in cozy pubs and cafes, and be a part of exciting nightlife in cities that never sleep. Explore Europe through my travel guides, budget hacks, accommodation tips, and travel stories.

Some say it sucks, others say there’s nothing like it. So, what’s Santorini really like?

Ah, Santorini! The very name conjures up images of white-washed walls and blue domes, cobble-stone pathways flanked by the pinks and reds of bougainvillaea, the famed golden sunset overlooking the caldera, ochre-coloured hotels and infinity pools, and endless cobalt blues of the Aegean Sea, all perfectly snug in the caress of a gentle summer sea […]

My Unforgettable Misadventures in Mainland Greece

Did you ever go on a trip to Italy or something and you land at the airport, and then, like, you meet these two guys and they’re like, “Hey, come on this yacht with us!” And you wind up going on a yacht trip and, like, Capri? And it’s like this whole other part of […]

A Guide to Speed-Dating the Best of Greek Cuisine

Good travel is the sum total of many parts, and food is, without an absolute doubt, one of them. That’s exactly why, when I find the opportunity to recommend a travel destination to family and friends, I include food as one of the top reasons to visit Greece. The mere thought of a warm filo […]

The Ultimate Guide to Greece on a Budget

While Greece is absolutely lovely (think of those Santorini sunsets that you see all over the ‘Gram), it isn’t the first place that comes to mind when you think of budget travel. Even with its turbulent economic condition, it remains part of the European Union. If you are travelling from a country whose currency isn’t […]